Castle Hot Springs Rd. News Releases; Online Resources (brochures and handouts) Park Logos and Guidelines; Public Records Request; Social Media; Subscription Services; Parks Vision 2030. Limit 10 participants. Queen Creek, AZ 85144. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7Consult county officials for more details, which may include guidance for proper social distancing measures. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. gov. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. except holidaysFriends of the Desert Outdoor Center; Friends of Hassayampa; Partners. Click program title for more details. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. Hwy. except holidays San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. m. Morristown, AZ 85342. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7Friday, December 15, 2023. McDowell Mountain Regional Park. 8. 6533 W. Phone: (602) 506-9500 Location . m. Castle Hot Springs Rd. 37019 N. m. Goodyear, AZ 85338 (602) 506-2930 ext. Using hands-on and inquiry based lesson plans students become actively engaged in environmental education classes taught by highly qualified Interpretive. Restrooms and water are available at the Visitor Center. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant Frequently Asked Questions for Weddings Q: What does the facility rental fee include? A: Your day includes -hour. (602) 506-2930 ext. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. October 5, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Castle Hot Springs Rd. 2-mile hike on medium and difficult rated trails. Nov. 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. (602) 506-2930 ext. Mall operator Vestar is putting an unusual spin on holiday gatherings with a pop-up party dome at Desert Ridge Marketplace. Meet the Ranger for a hike along a scenic desert mountain trail with beautiful views of the Sonoran Desert, at night! Trails, distance, and elevation are considered easy to moderate. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization established to support the services provided at the Desert Outdoor Center. - 4 p. Invasive species are one of the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. 2DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant, 41402 North 87th Avenue, Peoria, Arizona 85383, Phone: (602) 372-7470, Fax: (602) 372-7475, info@desertoutdoorcenter. To register, please call the Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. Heat exhaustion may include cool, moist, pale skin; headache; dizziness; weakness or exhaustion; nausea. Please contact the park directly at (602) 506-2930 to reserve your ramada. Click on program title for more details. Castle Hot Springs Rd. m. Unplug and join us for a day of digital detox, fresh air, fun and adventure at the 11th annual Desert Discovery Day! 41835 N. Vineyard Ave. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Estrella Mountain Regional Park. Monday, July 03, 2023. Join Ranger Steve for an interactive table display of various rocks and minerals found in the Sonoran Desert. except holidays DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. (602) 506-2930 ext 3. Event Details. 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM. )DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. Estrella Mountain Regional Park. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. 87th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85383. Wickenburg, AZ 85390. I am very excited to inform you that after a lot of hard work, the draft Park System Master Plan (Parks Vision 2030) has been completed and is ready for public review. Goodyear, AZ 85338 (602) 506-2930 ext. Discovery Station: Sonoran Desert Geology. 00: SCHOOLS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : Day Session: $10. Lava Lane. At the Desert Outdoor Center at the southeastern corner of the lake near Pleasant Harbor. Brick Patio: Brick Patio. Join Ranger Steve for an interactive table display of various rocks and minerals found in the Sonoran Desert. Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N. Desert Defenders; Eco-Blitz; Pollinators; Regional Efforts; Public Information. Just drop in anytime between 1:00-3:00pm!Please wear closed-toe shoes, and bring water. Waddell, AZ 85355. Desert Stewards - Holistic. Waddell, AZ 85355. 5. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. Event Details. m. No please pets, this is a 4. m. m. 27679. They are specialists in engaging people, especially children, in an assortment of cultural and natural history topics as well as fun and recreational endeavors. Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Gord, who started working with Cannor in 1980, saw the potential to grow into something more and this is how the Wildwood Outdoor Living Centre was born! No longer just a. Discover cool facts about their life cycle, diet, habitat and more. Hwy. White Tank Mountain Road. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center Limit 20 participants. This indoor class takes place in the on-site classroom but please check in at the Visitor Center. Join Ranger Steve for an evening of stargazing and astronomy education! We’ll be viewing a selection of objects. 20304 W. Nature Center hours: May 1 - October 31 - Open 7 am to 2 pm Monday through Saturday. back to top. Currently, there are 12 regional parks in the system which we're happy to. Do. 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM. Goodyear, AZ 85338 (602) 506-2930 ext. (602) 506-2930 ext. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. Drone use opportunities outside Maricopa County's regional parks include: City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department: Coyote Basin Park - 2730 E. (602) 506-2930 ext 7. - 4 p. m. -5 p. Limit 20 participants. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. Gift Shop. (602) 506-2930 ext 3. Bring plenty of drinking water and study hiking shoes. com. No please pets, this is a 4. A popular spot to roast marshmallows and sing camp songs at night, this outdoor amphitheater seats 200 people. m. Cave Creek Regional Park and White Tank Mountain County Park are also nearby. You will view and learn about the moon, the planets, deep space objects like star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies. White Tank Mountain Road. MEETING LOCATION: Wind Cave Trailhead Limit 20 participants. White Tank Mountain Road. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. m. May 1 to October 31 - 5 am to 9 pm daily / November 1 to April 30 - 6 am. Join Maricopa County Natural Resource Manager Juanita Armstrong-Ullberg for an approximately 4-5-mile hike on the Go John trail, as well as around the Nature Center and the Native Seed Garden. Rental also includes use of a commercial-grade kitchen, tables, chairs. The Discovery Center houses a remarkable display of interpretive exhibits for your viewing and inquisitive pleasure. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. MEETING LOCATION: Trailhead staging area Limit 10 participants. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. [2] The Chihuahuan Desert is the. Stop by the Nature Center for a drop-in learning session that focuses on coyotes that live in our desert and sometimes visit our neighborhoods. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. MEETING LOCATION: Area 1 at. 241835 N. The Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is one of the most naturally beautiful locales for a wedding celebration in all of Peoria and beyond. San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Castle Hot Springs Rd. ) DESERT OUTDOOR CENTER at LAKE PLEASANT: PRICE: Reservation Fee - Non-refundable reservation fee: $75. The dry desert air will do that job in quick order. Registration for this program will close on 5. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Castle Hot Springs Rd. 6San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. The Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant offers spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. The Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant was absolutely perfect for our wedding. except holidaysSan Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM. except holidaysSpur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Registration for this program will close on Thursday, 3/30/23. McDowell Mountain Regional Park. 00: Full Day:Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant 41402 N. White Tank Mountain Regional Park. Learn about the various uses and roles of mesquites in our Southwest culture at this free, family-friendly event at Coffinger Park in Wickenburg!This week’s topic will be the North American Monsoon. 00: Full Day:San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Please wear comfortable closed toed shoes, bring plenty of water, and dress in layers as the temperature can vary over the course of several hours in the desert, especially nearing sunset. Coloring pages will also be available for kids to take home. Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N. There is also a Nature Center and Desert Outdoor Center. PRINT. - 4 p. Recreational purposes. m. Ringtail day use area Amphitheater No registration required, just drop in between 2:00 – 3:00pm! Related Events: on 11/16/2023. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. To register, please call the Cave Creek Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. - 4 p. San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Usery Pass Rd. Fires are prohibited from May 1 – September 30 in Area A. Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional parks systems in the nation with over 120,000 acres of open space parks that include hundreds of miles of trails, campgrounds, nature centers and the Desert Outdoor Environmental Learning Center at Lake Pleasant. Check Out Time (Day of Departure): 12:00 p. 7470 Fax 602. 2 miles to over 7 miles, and range in difficulty from easy to difficult. m. 4 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. PRINT. 07:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Restrooms are available at the trailhead and water is available at the Nature Center. Welcome to Usery Mountain Regional Park . To register, please call the Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. except holidaysIn Desert Survival I (DS I), students will learn the basic skills of constructing a fire, building a shelter, and signaling for help. Welcome to the Discovery Center at Lake Pleasant Regional Park. This includes: Warmth for human beings. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 7Cave Creek Regional Park 37019 N. - 4 p. An area fully equipped with. m. The dry desert air will do that job in quick order. The theme is Sonoran Desert Artifacts, so bring your curiosity and your questions! A table full of interesting objects will be on hand for you to inspect. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Park hours : May 1 to October 31 - 5 am to 9 pm daily / November 1 to April 30 - 6 am to 8 pm daily. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 [email protected] about our desert’s variable summer weather patterns that can range from dry, intense heat to humidity and thunderstorms that can happen during “Monsoon Season”, which officially runs June 15 – September 30. in the month of November. White Tank Mountain Regional Park. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. 00: Overnight Use. MEETING LOCATION: Trailhead staging area Limit 10 participants. Join Ranger Kevin for an evening hike focused on scorpions native to the Sonoran Desert. 87th Avenue Peoria, AZ 85383 (602) 372-7470 Get Directions Nature Center Hours: The Center office is open from 8 am to 4. Cave Creek, AZ , 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8. 5. Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. There will be a hands-on display table with snake sheds, rattle snake rattles, snake skins and coloring pages for the kids. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Usery Pass Rd. m. Friday, June 09, 2023. m. Phone 602. Just drop in anytime between. Directions. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 406:30 AM - 08:30 AM. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. Join Ranger Kevin for an approximately 3-mile hike on the Desert Hawk and Merkle trails, as well as the areas around the Nature Center and the Wildlife Pond. Make sure you register for the Saturday, 4/1/23, 2pm Desert Trees hike at Spur Cross. (REI). Classes are designed for students Group Photo in grades K – 12, last 50 minutes, and comply with Arizona Academic Standards. (REI). Morristown, AZ 85342 (602) 506-2930 ext. Desert Outdoor Center - Weddings. Usery Pass Rd. For grades K-2 this class will consist of a shorter hike that emphasizes the shapes, sounds, and colors of the desert. Lake Pleasant Regional Park. Registration for this program will close on 10/18. What is that you ask? That is an event we get together and create seed bombs with native seed that was collected in the parks, add clay and compost. Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization established to support the services provided at the Desert Outdoor Center. Silent Walking: A Beginner’s Guide to Connecting with Nature (Registration Required, Limit 40 Partic. Aravaipa Running; Arizona Master Naturalist-Maricopa County Chapter; Leave No Trace; Recreational Equipment, Inc. Castle Hot Springs Rd. m. . Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. Waddell, AZ 85355. The theme is Desert Critters, and we will have a selection of animal ambassadors on hand to examine, take pictures of, and perhaps even touch! No registration required, just drop on in! MEETING LOCATION: Visitor Center, Main Lobby. This October promises to be a month of unforgettable melodies and delightful memories with the return of the City’s free Fall Concerts in the Park series. (602) 506-2930 ext 4. Places to see, ways to wander, and signature experiences. 87th Avenue Peoria, AZ 85383 Phone: (602) 372-7470 Get Directions | Show on Map Estrella Mountain Regional. 5. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host this discovery station table at the Lake Pleasant Discovery Center. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342; Phone: 602-506-2930. Mesa, AZ , 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342; Phone: 602-506-2930. Castle Hot Springs Rd. White Tank Mountain Road. Mesa, AZ 85207. Drone use opportunities outside Maricopa County's regional parks include: City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department: Coyote Basin Park - 2730 E. Coloring pages will be available for the kids along with. Join Ranger Nikki on a 3. Goodyear, AZ 85338 (602) 506-2930 ext. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Restrooms are available at the Nature Center. 20304 W. Registration for this program will close on 7/6/23. Aravaipa Running; Arizona Master Naturalist-Maricopa County Chapter; Leave No Trace; Recreational Equipment, Inc. The lake and mountains provide a beautiful backdrop for weddings, retreats, and other group functions. For questions, please contact the park at 602-506-2930, ext. Vineyard Ave. 41835 N. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8The Maricopa County Parks offer visitors the opportunity for star gazing throughout our park system. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. Desert Defenders is a citizen science program focused on mapping, and. For a complete list of park and archery fees, please visit the Fees page. Maricopa County Parks Nature Centers. 87th Avenue Peoria, AZ 85383 (602) 372-7470 Get Directions Nature Center Hours: The Center office is open from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. Please meet for the hike at the Nature Center and don’t forget the sunscreen. 41835 N. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. The route uses Yavapai Point Trail for an out-and-back trek of 3 miles total. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 [email protected] N. 00: ALL OTHER GROUPS - Rates are per person, 25 person minimum : 1/2 day: $13. m. Welcome to the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant. except holidays Limit 20 participants. 8 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. Waddell, AZ 85355. Phone: 602-50[email protected] Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Take a walk back in time as you wind your way. Export to Outlook. Registration for this program will close on 7/6/23. MEETING LOCATION: Discovery Center. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. Exit at Carefree Hwy (Exit 223B) and travel west approximately 8 miles to 87th Ave. ESTRELLA - Tamarisk Invasive Species Removal - 11-23-2023 thru 3-1-2024. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 maricopacountyparks@maricopa. The multipurpose room inside for dinner and the amphitheater for our ceremony. NEW - Parks Vision 2030 Public Review; Project Overview; Public Meeting. (602) 506-2930 ext 8. For grades K-2 this class will consist of a shorter hike that emphasizes the shapes, sounds, and colors of the desert. 372. Nov 21, 2023 - (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM) Hassayampa River Preserve. Discovery Station: Sonoran Desert Geology. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268 (602) 506-2930 ext 3Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Students will learn geology, animal signs, plant names, history, and ecology along a designated trail. 49614 U. Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. 87th Avenue in Peoria. Nov 15, 2023 - (09:00 AM - 11:30 AM) Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. 60 89. Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Whether it is sailing, wakeboarding, kayaking, cooking, archery or fishing, Scouts have a lot to do and learn at Lake Pleasant Camp. Park and Visitor Center hours:Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Please bring plenty of water and wear closed-toe shoes, no pets please. Castle Hot Springs Rd. (602) 506-2930 ext 3. Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. 41835 N. Unit Operations Center Morristown, AZ 85342 Phone: 602-506-2930 [email protected] discovery theme is Sonoran Desert Artifacts, so bring your curiosity and your questions for Ranger Kevin to answer! A table full of interesting objects will be on hand for you to inspect. m. To register, please call the Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. m. Castle Hot Springs Rd. White Tank Mountain Rd. 8. Phillips Road. " Desert washes may seem empty at first glance, but these ever-changing ecosystems are teeming with life. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85144 (602) 506-2930 ext 705:00 PM - 07:00 PM. - 4 p. Phillips Road. This large circular brick patio serves as a picnic and gathering area. maricopacountyparks@maricopa. Check-in will be at the Nature Center Parking Lot. Export to Outlook. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Lava Lane Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (602) 506-2930 ext 8 Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant 41402 N. Mesa, AZ 85207 (602) 506-2930 ext 4Fitness Hike (Registration required, limit 15 participants) December 21, 2023 - (08:00 AM - 12:00 PM) Cave Creek Regional Park. Programs Schedule a date for your group to enjoy a half-day, full-day, or overnight visit. Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Morristown, AZ 85342. On this one-hour interpretive hike, learn about the various cacti, wildflowers, trees and shrubs that call this place home. Come help us clean up Lake Pleasant at the National Public Lands Day Lake Pleasant Clean Up! Lake Pleasant Regional Park hosts many visitors throughout the year, which makes keeping up with trash clean-up along. S. 87th Avenue in Peoria. (602) 506-2930 ext. gov Headquarters Admin Hours Mon - Fri: 8 a. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host this discovery station table at the Nature Center. Join Ranger Nikki on a 4. (602) 506-2930 ext. except holidaysPark Activities. Friday, December 15, 2023. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the. . Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water, a hat and sunscreen. m. Important Notes: Sign-up is required for all programs unless otherwise noted, and capacity for each program is limited to 10 people. First-time desert visitors are often surprised to encounter "rivers without water. Limit 20 participants. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Vineyard Ave. 00: Overnight Use - Includes use of dormitories: $25. S. Thursday, June 08, 2023. Cave Creek Regional Park and White Tank Mountain County Park are also nearby.